Wizz Air has become the Official Airline Partner for the World Athletics Ultimate Championship.
The inaugural event is scheduled for 11-13 September in Budapest. Wizz Air will play a key role in transportation logistics, ensuring athletes arrive ready to compete. The partnership was formalised at Wizz Air’s headquarters in Budapest.
Champions to Receive Travel Vouchers
Adding to the excitement, every ultimate champion will receive travel vouchers. These vouchers will allow them to travel across Wizz Air’s network.
World Athletics President Sebastian Coe said they were delighted to announce Wizz Air as the official airline. He added that Hungary’s largest airline will be playing a significant role in the success of the Ultimate Championship as it comes to Budapest.
Budapest Gears Up to Host
Balázs Fürjes, the co-chair of the organising committee, emphasised Budapest’s status as a global sport capital. He noted that Hungarian fans have witnessed 30 major international competitions across 25 summer Olympic sports in the last seven years. Fürjes stated they were delighted to host the Ultimate Championship.
Fürjes added that they proudly share this historic moment with Wizz Air.
Wizz Air’s Commitment
Silvia Mosquera, Commercial Officer at Wizz Air, stated the airline is incredibly proud to partner with the World Athletics Ultimate Championship and the local organising committee. She added that as an airline committed to connecting people, they’re excited to help bring the world’s best athletes to Budapest. Mosquera said the partnership reflects their dedication to excellence, connectivity, positivity and inspiring energy.
Wizz Air has a fleet of more than 260 aircraft. Their network spans over 1,000 routes to nearly 200 airports. Since its first flight in 2004, the airline has carried more than 500 million passengers.
About the Championship
The World Athletics Ultimate Championship is set to transform the athletics calendar. It will define which athlete is the best of the very best every two years. The championship pits world champions, Olympic champions, the Diamond League winners and this year’s best performing athletes against each other.
The global championship event is launching in 2026.